2007 BMW X3 vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X3 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
